The Tanchagem is a medicinal plant of the Plantaginaceae family, also known as Tansagem or Transagem, much used to make home remedies to treat flu, colds and inflammations of the throat, uterus and intestine.
The scientific name of the herb Tanchagem is Plantago lanceolata and can be bought in natural products stores, some pharmacies of manipulation, as well as in some free trade shows. The most important and most beneficial assets are iridoids, mucilages and flavonoids.
What is it for
The aerial parts of the tank can be used orally in the case of respiratory diseases and respiratory infections, since the tea of tanchagem acts like fluidifier of the bronchial secretions, relieves the cough and can be used in gargares to treat affections of the mouth and throat, such as thrush, pharyngitis, tonsillitis and laryngitis.
Tea can also be used to relieve urinary infections, loss of urine during sleep, liver problems, heartburn, stomach spasms, diarrhea and as a diuretic to reduce fluid retention.
In addition, it can also be used on the skin to heal wounds, as it helps in the healing and coagulation of blood, and to treat boils. Learn about the most common symptoms of boils and other forms of treatment.
Which properties
The properties of Tanchagem include its antibacterial, astringent, detoxifying, expectorant, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, healing, depurative, decongestant, digestive, diuretic, tonic, sedative and laxative properties.
How to use
The used part of the Tanchagem are its leaves to make tea, poultices or to season some foods, for example.
How to Make Tea Making
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon of aerated parts of the tank;
- 150 mL of water.
Method of preparation
Place the aerated parts of the tank in 150 ml of boiling water and allow to stand for about 3 minutes. Allow to soften, strain and drink up to 3 cups a day.
Possible side effects
The major side effects of Tanchagem include drowsiness, intestinal colic and dehydration.
Who should not use
Tanchagem is contraindicated for pregnant women, breast-feeding women and patients with heart problems
